FireAid: The Massive Benefit Concert Supporting LA Fire Victims

As Los Angeles continues to recover from devastating wildfires, FireAid—a large-scale benefit concert—has come together in record time to raise millions for relief efforts.

Scheduled to take place across two major LA venues, FireAid will feature a powerhouse lineup, including Billie Eilish, Jelly Roll, Peso Pluma, the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Joni Mitchell, Sting, and Anderson .Paak.

But how did this monumental event come together so quickly?

The Rapid Creation of FireAid

The wildfires began on January 7, and by January 10, the team behind FireAid—led by the Azoff family, in collaboration with Live Nation and AEG Presents—had announced a benefit concert at the Intuit Dome. As support poured in, the event quickly expanded to include a second venue, the Kia Forum.

The driving force? Shelli Azoff.

“When we saw the need, we just asked ourselves, ‘What can we do?’” says Irving Azoff. “Shelli immediately said, ‘We should do what we do best—put on a show.’ Within minutes, she was on the phone with Gillian Zucker, CEO of the Clippers, and the plan was in motion.”

By January 9, artists were already being contacted, and positive responses were overwhelming. Zucker recalls, “When Shelli reached out, they had already gauged interest from musicians. With that enthusiasm, we quickly secured Intuit Dome.”

Within 24 hours, it was clear that the demand would require a second venue. “By the weekend, the number of artists wanting to participate exceeded what a single location could handle,” says Zucker.

A Star-Studded Lineup

FireAid boasts an incredible list of performers across both venues:

Intuit Dome: Billie Eilish, Gracie Abrams, Jelly Roll, Katy Perry, Lady Gaga, Lil Baby, Olivia Rodrigo, Peso Pluma, Rod Stewart, Stevie Wonder, Sting, Tate McRae, and Earth, Wind & Fire.

Kia Forum: Alanis Morissette, Anderson .Paak, Dawes, Graham Nash, Green Day, John Fogerty, Joni Mitchell, No Doubt, Pink, the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Stephen Stills, Stevie Nicks, the Black Crowes, Dave Matthews, and John Mayer.

With such a diverse mix of talent, the event naturally split into two themes: “The Forum rocks, and Intuit pops,” says Irving Azoff.

Each artist will perform two to four songs, and they’re encouraged to speak directly to the audience about the cause. The response was so overwhelming that some artists had to be turned away due to the fully booked schedule.

How FireAid Will Work

The event will run for over five hours, ensuring attendees and viewers at home experience every moment. The Kia Forum will kick off at 6 p.m. Pacific, with early Intuit Dome attendees watching on live screens. Once both shows begin, performances will alternate between live and broadcasted sets.

As the Forum’s live performances wrap up, those in attendance will stay to watch the final performances streamed from Intuit Dome, ensuring seamless entertainment without downtime. “No one will be sitting around watching stage changes,” producer Joel Gallen assures.

Rehearsals will take place Tuesday through Thursday leading up to the event.

More Than Just Music

Beyond the music, FireAid will feature heartfelt speeches from wildfire victims, first responders, and community members. “We’ll have people who lost their homes sharing their stories, alongside firefighters who risked their lives,” says Gallen.

At least 2,000 tickets are reserved for first responders, firefighters, police officers, and those who lost their homes, with corporate sponsors contributing additional seats.

While there are contingency plans in case of renewed fire danger, organizers are confident that the event will proceed as planned.

How to Contribute

For those unable to attend, donations can be made through FireAidLA.org, with a live donation link displayed throughout the broadcast. “One hundred percent of proceeds will go directly to relief efforts,” says Gallen.

To amplify impact, Clippers owner Steve Ballmer and his wife Connie will match all donations made during the live broadcast.

Funds will be distributed through a 501(c)(3) set up under the Annenberg Foundation, with guidance from a committee of experts who have studied disaster relief efforts in places like Maui and Sandy Hook.

“Our priority is getting funds to those most affected—not just homeowners, but also workers whose jobs disappeared due to the fires,” says Shelli Azoff.

Irving Azoff sums it up: “First, we put on the show and raise the money. And thanks to the incredible outpouring of community support, we’re already north of $50 million.

FireAid is shaping up to be one of the most impactful benefit concerts ever—proving that when tragedy strikes, the power of music and community can bring real change.

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